When Genetic Influences Combine with Environmental Factors to Cause an Abnormality

question 30

Multiple Choice

When genetic influences combine with environmental factors to cause an abnormality, the result is called a:

• A) chromosomal disorder.
• B) developmental disorder.
• C) multifactorial disorder.
• D) single-gene disorder.

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Definitions:

Drug Tolerance

A physiological state where the effectiveness of a drug diminishes due to regular usage, requiring increased doses to achieve the same effect.

Chronic User

A chronic user typically refers to an individual who habitually uses substances, such as drugs or alcohol, over a prolonged period to the point where it may affect their health or social functionality.

Liver Disease

A broad term covering all the potential problems that cause the liver to fail to perform its designated functions effectively.

Alcohol

A chemical compound, specifically ethanol, commonly found in drinks such as beer, wine, and spirits, known for its psychoactive effects on the human body.